Today I am going to be shedding some light on the meat that we daily put into our bodies! Some of this may be new to you ... that is OK :) I encourage you to do further research on the things you daily put into your body!
HERE WE GO ...
The second we put food in our mouths, the digestion process begins, thanks to our saliva. Guess what? Or alkaline saliva is not meant to break down animal flesh? Bet ya didn't know that!
Like it or not, our kidney's colon, and liver are ill-equipped to process animal flesh. Compared to carnivores, our intestines are very long, so food that doesn't get adequately processed becomes clogged in our intestines.
Animals quickly pass food through their digestive systems, but we have good rotting, decomposing, and fermenting in our intestinal tracts and colons, hence the need for colonics! You don't see any tigers getting colonics, do you? Genetically and structurally, we are designed to thrive on plant food. Whether it is "lean meat" or "skinless chicken breast," Animal fat is still animal fat! Just think back to the garden of Eden ... what where they eating?
OK. Let us keep moving into the depths of what is in our meat!
Here are some interesting facts about the Meat you EAT:
1. Half of all the antibiotics made in the United States each year are administered to farm animals, causing antibiotic resistance in the humans who eat them!
2.American farmers started using chemical pesticides in the late 1800's and were initially thrilled with the results. However, it was eventually noticed that pesticides were killing those who were most exposed to them: Farmers, field workers, and animals!
The food and Drug Administration's own total diet study found that bacon had 48 different pesticide residues, bologna and other luncheon meats had 102 different industrial pollutants and pesticides, fast food hamburgers had 113 residues, hot dogs had 123, and ground beef had 82 industrial chemical and pesticide residues, just to name a few!
3. Here is something that will make you say ... WHAT! Many animals are even given arsenic-laced drugs. ARSENIC! Chemical pesticides are often sprayed directly onto the skin of animals to ward of parasites, insects, rodents, and fungi! What is this doing to the people who eat them?
Know that closing your eyes to the problem will not make it go away! You don't want to see it, but you'll eat it!
There are tons of awesome, soy based fake meat products on the market, which are great for transitions away from meat. Not only do they taste great, but soy has been know for lowering cholesterol, protecting against cancer, and reducing heart attacks!
Veggie burgers exist by the dozen. Health is wealth makes fake buffalo wings that taste REALLY good! Gardenburgers flame-grilled chik's is so amazing! Lightlife has a great line of "cold cuts" and fabulous "bacon"!
GARDEIN is a great Brand (you can get it about anywhere) that is animal-free and tastes incredible!
Hope this gets you thinking today!
Blessings,
Sarah Holsapple
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hey sarah, just wanted to let you know i am reading your blog and gaining some new insight from you! i picked up some green tea the other day at the store because of your blog! thanks for doing all this research and sharing your journey!
ReplyDeleteDay two for me...I am proud of myself - I am doing a great job...tomorrow will be tough...I will be at my nieces house from 6am till 330...their home has JUNK FOOD...I will be stong I will be stong. LOL It seems to me that the third day is the worst for me. I will be doing alot of praying and talking to that junk food. "Dont you look at me that way cheezit...I dont want you - I think you stink!" LOL Love you and thanks so much for your update..I can tell a dif. in your face. As soon as the video started I was like WOW! Keep it up Baby! :) Look out day 3 here I come!
ReplyDeleteYAY!!! I am very proud of you! Take that Bull by the Horns! Just remember ... when that food looks at you with sad eyes :( Remember, what it does to your body! It's NO good! If you need too ... bring some healthy snacks along. When you get hungry, pull out your stash of healthy! Not only will it keep you on track, it will encourage others around you!
ReplyDeleteI am so glad you can see a dif in my face!! WOO-HOO! That is why I love the video blog! You are not alone girl!
Mama Foster,
ReplyDeleteI am so very proud of you for taking the first steps!! I am glad that this blog is helping! Keep me updated!